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The Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

Highly accessible by air, land or sea, Amsterdam is one of Europe’s top destinations. Affordable flights from within Europe, as well as direct flights from outside of the continent are readily available with the service of Europe’s fourth largest airport – the Amsterdam airport Schiphol.

The Amsterdam Airport Schiphol sees itself as far more than an airport. As claimed on its miniguide, which is obtainable from the information desks of the airport, the Amsterdal airport Schiphol is the Netherlands newest city as it caters to an audience wider than the humble trekker.

What sets the Amsterdam airport Schiphol apart from the other European airports is that it offers a number of great attractions housed under one roof. Included in the list are the casino, a sauna and massage service. There was even a time that one entrepreneur was interested in opening a discreet licensed brothel at this Amsterdam airport, but even the liberal Dutch required time on that.

There is none of the terminal hopping that can cause minor panic in transfering passengers or sometimes confuses unwary first time users. You can reach everything from the vast Schiphol Plaza, which is the central hall of this Amsterdam airport. This plaza provides easy access to car parks and the conveniently located rail station with good transportation links to the nearby city of Amsterdam. In addition, the plaza will whet your shopping appetite as it provides a number of shops.

The Schiphol airport scores highly for its catering service that is offered both before and after passport security. It is even noted for its great thoughtful touches like a nursery for people traveling with young children. It even has the best viewing terrace designed and built for aircraft enthusiasts at any major European hub airport.

Driving Directions

The Amsterdam airport Schiphol is actually situated off the A4 motorway, which connects the city of Amsterdam to The Haque, Netherland’s seat of government, and Rotterdam. The exit to the airport is clearly signposted.

Car Parking

There are two short-term car parks in the Schiphol: the P1 and P2. These two are both connected to the terminal and the Schiphol Plaza by covered walkways, and is recommended of stays for up to 48 hours. Aside from the short-term car parks, there is also an available long-term parking in the airport, at an open-air P3. This car park area is situated 4 kilometers from the terminal, and a 24-hour shuttle bus is servicing in this area to provide links between P3 and the terminal. A luxury car park is also available, including a valet service.

Some Bad Marks of the Schiphol Airport

Like many other airports in different areas in the world, the Amsterdam airport Schiphol has a reputation for baggage handling problems and, for many people, its business center which is located airside is inconvenient for some travelers to this airport.

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February in Amsterdam
02/01/2012 - 

Dress warm and have your umbrella at the ready in February, Amsterdam's coldest month of the year - but don't let the winter chill deter you from all the fantastic events that happen both in Amsterdam and in day-trip-friendly cities, like the De Koninck Blues Festival in Delft (February 10-11) and the Ice Sculpture Festival in Roermond, near the southeastern city of Maastricht (now until February 27). And don't miss the opportunity to treat your Valentine to chocolates from some of Amsterdam's best chocolatiersRead more about February in Amsterdam.

February in Amsterdam originally appeared on About.com Amsterdam Travel on Wednesday, February 1st, 2012 at 09:00:14.

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Focus On: The Plantage
01/29/2012 - 

Just a 30-minute walk from Central Station - or a 15-minute ride on tram 9 - is a leafy district whose name translates to "Plantation", and which started off in the 17th century as a residential zone where no one wanted to live. But that didn't mean that no one wanted to spend time there; rather, it became a fashionable entertainment district that reached its peak before the Second World War. Nowadays, the district is associated with nature, history and culture, not to mention plenty of family-focused fun. Read more about the Plantage neighborhood in Amsterdam.

Focus On: The Plantage originally appeared on About.com Amsterdam Travel on Sunday, January 29th, 2012 at 09:00:49.

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Focus On: The Eastern Docklands
01/28/2012 - 

Just east of Amsterdam Central Station, the Eastern Docklands spread out over several interconnected islands of various shapes and sizes, each of which have their own special attractions. Family-oriented museums, spectacular city views, iconic architecture and more await visitors who make their way to this northeastern nook of the city. Read more about Amsterdam's Eastern Docklands.

Focus On: The Eastern Docklands originally appeared on About.com Amsterdam Travel on Saturday, January 28th, 2012 at 09:00:33.

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Overlooking the famous Singel Canal, NH Amsterdam Centre is approximately 13 miles from Amsterdam Airport. There is a bus stop right in front of the hotel for the KLM Shuttle Bus to and from the airport. The trams go directly to the museums (Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum) and the RAI Convention Centre. The hotel is also close to the flower market and the home of Anne Frank.

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Situated opposite the Royal Palace and approximately 10 miles from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. It is surrounded by department stores, boutiques, and shopping alleys. Numerous sights, museums, and theaters in the historic city center are within walking distance.

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NH Barbizon Palace is situated opposite the Central Station and approximately 17 miles from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The hotel is also within walking distance of Artis Zoo and Rembrandt House, one mile from Dam Square and the Anne Frank House, and three miles from the Van Gough Museum and Rijks Museum.

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The 406-room Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel & Conference Center offers direct access to arrival and departure halls at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport. The hotel is steps from the Schiphol shopping plaza and about 17 kilometers from Amsterdam's city center.

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